2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2008 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 780 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (720 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 572 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Mercedes-Benz SL 2008 Volkswagen Golf
Make Mercedes-Benz Volkswagen
Model SL Golf
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5439 cc 1594 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 510 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 720 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 77.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 184 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.7 seconds 11.4 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1955 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.6 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 55 L


 

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